India

Average monthly temperatures in Mumbai (°C)

Official language: Hindi, English
Time zone: UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)

Airport - city connection

What’s the cheapest way to get to the city center? When you arrive at the airport, take a rickshaw to the Andheri railway station, and then a direct suburban train to the center.

A promise of better life

Compared to the majority of Indian cities, Mumbai seems to be a dream-city. Every day, about 500 people from every corner of the country come here in hope of finding a job and better living conditions.

Bollywood

Mumbai is the capital of Indian cinematography. It houses the biggest TV publishers who produce approximately 700 movies that bring billions-high profit every year.

Things to see in Mumbai

Mumbai – the second most populated city in India – is the capital of the state of Maharashtra, located on the island of Salsette in the Arabian Sea. The strongest Asian stock exchanges have their headquarters here. The world knows the city mainly as the capital of Indian cinematography, but Mumbai is, above all, about the millions of people living here – both, residents and tourists.

Mumbai is an enormous metropolis full of contradictory extremes, even to a greater extent than Bangkok. Striking contrasts are impossible to go unnoticed here. The city is urbanized, yet comprises a tropical forest within its borders. It has vast areas of slums and yet offers the most expensive real estate.

The heart of the city consists of buildings that date back to colonial times. The most characteristic estate of that era is the Chhatrapati Shivaji railway station. It was built in monumental gothic style. Take a closer look at its mastery details! When discussing the architecture of Mumbai, it is impossible to omit the most popular tourist spot and the second most often photographed place in India – the Taj Mahal. No wonder it is attracting so much attention – the combination of the Islamic and Renaissance styles results in a spectacular effect as if the hotel was taken out of a fairytale.

Want to feel the essence of the city? Visit one of the numerous bazaars where you can buy everything – from vintage stuff, through clothes and books, to food. The prices are considerably low and the original, exquisite items you may run across cannot be over-appreciated. Which marketplaces are especially worth visiting? Most of them are situated in the southern part of the city. We recommend the one located in a seaside district of Colaba and the other – the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai – in Lokmanya Tilak Marg.

Feel like having some proper Indian cuisine? Go to the Seasonal Tastes restaurant located on the 18th floor of Western Express Highway or to the Seven Kitchens at 462 Senapati Bapat Marg. Other popular places include Peshawari on Sahar Road, Shree Thaker Bhojanalay in the Thaker Bhojanalaya Building 31 or the Sea Lounge in the Taj Mahal Palace hotel.

Average monthly temperatures in Bangalore City (°C)

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Official language: Hindi, English
Time zone: UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)

Silicon Valley

The state of Karnataka, which Bengaluru is located in, is called the Silicon Valley because the new technologies develope here in the fastest way in whole India. What is more, 35% of the national software is produced here.

Bannerghatta National Park

In the distance of fewer than forty kilometres from the city, there is a national park, which has a health centre for animals, zoo, butterfly conservatory, the place where you can see the snakes, and safari park.

Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills is located in the distance of sixty kilometres from the city centre. Here you will be able to go on a cycling or hiking trip, providing yourself with amazing views of beautiful vineyards and other.

What to see in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru is a huge agglomeration located in the southern part of India. The number of its inhabitants exceeds ten million people, and for this reason, it is classified as megacity and is the third biggest city in the country.

Bengaluru is located in the Karnataka state area, which was founded in the former kingdom of Mysore. Nature has given this place everything you can dream of – fantastic coconut palms, beaches which despite the short coastline are considered to be one of the most beautiful in the country, as well as mountains, valleys and huge arable fields. You will also see here unusual animals, especially birds. Among many beautiful species, the Indian roller is worth to mention.

Bengaluru (or Bangalore, the second version of the name) once referred to as the City of Gardens, nowadays is known as a very crucial part of the Indian Silicon Valley. It owes it to the fact that majority of the technology companies in India has its headquarters there, mainly those from the information technology area.

Nowadays, unfortunately, the name of the City of Gardens has lost its relevance, because there are not so many parks and gardens left here. Despite this, go for a walk and you will see many buildings from the Victorian era, build during the reign of the British.

Hungry? One of the most popular places is Time Traveller on Kirloskar Road, where you can try delicious Asian cuisine, especially Indian. If you are a Japanese cuisine enthusiast, we recommend you Yatala on Palace Road. If you cannot imagine a trip without a great pizza or pasta, visit Alto Vino at 8th Road 75. A slightly more elegant version can be found at Bene. They serve Italian cuisine on the fourth floor of the Sheraton Hotel.

Average monthly temperatures in Kochi (°C)

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Official language: Hindi, English
Time zone: UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)

Where pepper grows

In South-West India you will have, probably one of the few, opportunity to see how pepper and tea grow. With a bit of luck, you'll also be able to witness the work on their collections!

The oldest church

In Kochi is located the oldest Catholic church in India, the temple dedicated to Saint Francis. There is a huge tombstone of the discoverer Vasco da Gama.

The most interesting period

The best month to go to Kochi is December, during which the most events and local holidays take place, for example the local carnival, and the inhabitants have fun.

What’s worth seeing in Kochi?

Kochi is a city located in the southwestern part of India, on the Arabian Sea; it is one of the most important ports in the country. It has belonged to India only since 1947, before it changed hands. It was the first Portuguese, and at the same time the first European, colony in the country, then it went under the Dutch and British rule.

Kochi is a place that has been attracting merchants and travellers for centuries. It is always associated with the best quality of spices and the sandalwood, that grows there. It is also a real mix of influences – you will see there, occupying huge spaces, networks of Chinese fishermen from ancient times, that are more of an icon now, a four-hundred-year-old synagogue, ancient mosques, as well as colonial houses from Portuguese and British times.

Another element that affects the unique atmosphere of Kochi, is the smell of incense sticks, which the inhabitants set alight all the time and almost in every corner, lingering everywhere. The smell is a bit irritating, but certainly also very pleasant.

Being in this unique place, be sure to try the typical mean of transport – tuk-tuk, the famous Indian train and local bus. Each trip provides impressions of a different kind, but one thing is certain - it will be loud, because the horns are in use all the time. Residents drive quickly and carelessly, which probably caused a faster heartbeat for unaccustomed to this tourists, but undoubtedly also provide them with memories for a very long time.

When choosing to go to India, one of the most important points of your trip should be to try the local cuisine. In Kochi and its surroundings there will be plenty of places where you can do it. For instance, Farmers Cafe restaurant on Ridsdale Street and, located in the city of Maradu (only six kilometres away), Mosaic in the Crowne Plaza Kochi hotel, or the Sky Grill on the roof of the hotel, are very popular.

Average monthly temperatures in Kolkata (°C)

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Official language: Hindi, English
Time zone: UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)

A social centre

The Howrah Bridge is a place where hundreds of thousands of residents of the city appear each day. There you can watch a beautiful sunset overlooking the Hugli River.

A floral paradise

Malik Ghat Flower Market is the largest cluster of flower dealers in Kolkata. You can buy flower garlands there, which are put as sacrifice in temples.

Celebrate in Kolkata

In November, go to the fireworks show on the occasion of the Hindu festival of light, Dipawali, and to the temple of the goddess Kali on the occasion of the celebration of Kali Puja. It will be crowded!

What’s worth seeing in Kolkata?

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, with 15 million inhabitants is the second largest agglomeration in India in terms of population. On the one hand, it is crowded, loud and dirty, on the other – the finest fragrances, colours and flavours are mixed here. Everyone gets delighted by the cultural and architectural richness of the city and overwhelmed with ubiquitous poverty. What will surprise you in this city of contrasts?

The city was founded by the British in the village of Kalikata in 1690. After colonial history there are left some really interesting monuments. It is certainly worth seeing the Writers' Building (known as Mahakaran), 150 meters long, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the beautiful symbol of the city of surrounded by a neat park – Victoria Memorial. History enthusiasts will not regret visiting the Indian Museum, which can boast of rich collections dedicated to the history of India.

Be sure to visit the sacred places scattered throughout the city. Among them, the most famous is the Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali in the Kalighat district. There are always crowds of worshipers and tourists wanting to make a sacrifice of flowers. An important place for Catholics is the museum in the house of Saint Teresa of Calcutta (closed on Thursdays). If you want a bit of a break from the hustle and bustle of the streets, go to one of the parks, the riverside promenade or to the oldest botanical garden in India near the Howrah bridge.

What to eat in Kolkata? The choice will not be difficult – Bengal cuisine, which is one of the greatest treasures of this city. Local dishes are mostly based on rice, fish (for e.g. roui, ilish, koi or pabda), vegetables and lentils. The most popular are kebabs made of marinated beef or mutton, e.g. of the Sutli, Bihari and Boti type. The other dishes are Mutton Biriyani – mutton or goat meat with rice, saffron, nutmeg and anise, as well as whole goats, chickens and ducks prepared for special occasions. You should buy fresh fruit and juices on street stalls. Where to eat? You will taste local flavours in, among others, Dum Pukht, Oh! Calcutta and in Arsalan.

Average monthly temperatures in Panaji (°C)

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Official language: Hindi, English
Time zone: UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)

Go for a massage

If you want to relax after long days at work, you should go for a massage. It shouldn't cost more than 15 USD, and you can feel like a new man.

For tourists traveling by car

If you plan to travel around the region by car - we can recommend you at least two places worth visiting. This is the Dudhsagar waterfall in Sonaulim and the Palolem beach, which is considered the most beautiful in the world.

Local marketplace

When you are in a new place, you should always look for the local market.This rule is also related to Panaji - visit the local marketplace where you can buy spices or cashews.

What to see in Panaji?

Panaji is a city located in the western part of India, at the coast of the Arabian Sea. It is in the area of the state of Goa and attracts many tourists every year. Panaji was even the capital of Goa for some time. What is mainly related to Panaji? There are houses with red roofs, phenomenal Portuguese architecture, as well as beautiful alleys surrounded by cypresses and acacias and lots of greenery - mainly urban gardens.

It is worth mentioning that Goa is a different state from other parts of India. Hindu religion is combined with Catholicism in harmony. You can also feel the European influence thanks to the Portuguese who came to this area in the fifteenth century. Today Portuguese culture is visible in many street names or names of the residents.

During your stay in Panaji, you should definitely visit the bird sanctuary. This place has the name of a famous ornithologist – Salim Ali. It is located less than 8 km from the city and it's one of the biggest and the most beautiful places off type in the whole of India. In order to get there, you can go by car to the port of Ribandar, and then choose the ferry to Chorão.

The surrounding of the city, as well as the entire state of Goa, will make you feel impressed by its natural wealth. This place is related to beaches surrounded by rice fields, forests with amazing animals, and the smell of exotic fruits - pineapples, coconuts, mangoes, and bananas. There are also many national parks, and apart from the bird sanctuary, you will be able to see wild nature in places such as Netravali or Madei. If you love nature, you won't be bored for sure.

One of the most interesting places of this type is Tropical Plantation, in which a private guide will tell you everything about the origin of all spices, and at the end of the trip, you will be able to buy them and eat a delicious dinner. You can also look for a great local food in Viva Panjim and Casa Bhonsle.

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